Penguin Px series Maintenance and service guide

Models:

PX-3

PX-5

PX-7 1/2-HF

PX-10-HF

PX-15-HF

Materials:

A - CPVC

Introduction

Series PX

Installation & Maintenance

Penguin Pumps are designed to handle a large range of

chemicals without difficulty. Completely constructed of CPVC

where in contact with the solution being pumped, Series PX

pumps have an upper working temperature of 180 degrees

and thus can handle slurries, and most corrosive and abrasive

solutions. Series PX pumps are easy to install and operate,

and are virtually maintenance-free. All pumps have been

tested for proper operation before leaving the factory. To obtain

optimum service life, please follow all installation and operating

instructions.

Installation & Operating Instructions

ELECTRICAL

PLUMBING

LIQUID LEVEL

PRIMING

RECOMMENDATIONS

All models are supplied with three phase dual voltage, 208-230/460V, 50/60c motors, which are not wired at the factory.

When changing from 230V wiring to 460V wiring, follow the motor manufacturer’s wiring instructions, which can generally be

found either on or in the motor junction box. Since direction of rotation cannot be determined without operating the pump,the

pump head and snap ring must be removed prior to bump starting. It is imperative that the motor rotation be checked

before operation. Attach leads to motor and bump start for a maximum of a couple of seconds as if you were turning a light

switch on/off as fast as possible. Do not leave motor running. As viewed from the suction entrance of the pump, check for

counterclockwise rotation. If clockwise rotation, change any two hot leads and again check rotation. Replace head and snap

ring as described in Assembly. Many options are available on the PX Series motors including explosion-proof, larger

horsepowers to 15, and 575V motors. If any of these options are required, please check the motors carefully or consult the

factory.

The suction side piping of the pump is extremely important. Mistakes can usually be compensated for if made on the

discharge piping. However, piping problems on the suction side can be, and usually are, the source of ongoing and

expensive difficulties, which could be very difficult to track. If a suction line or suction extension is required, enlarge the

suction line/extension by one size larger than the suction entrance. Never reduce plumbing on the suction.Avoid 90-

degree elbows and never use a 180-degree elbow. The suction piping needs to be arranged in such a way as to allow a

straight, even flow of liquid into the eye of the impeller. This requires that all elbows, valves, or strainers be located at the

straight and uninterrupted distance equal to at least 5-10 times the pipe diameter. Remember, elbows create turbulence

and air entrapment. Make sure every suction coupling/connection is airtight.The bottom of the suction extension should

always be at least 2 pipe diameters above the bottom of the tank. In either flooded suction or non-flooded suction condi-

tions the use of a check valve on the discharge of the pump is recommended. In the case of a non-flooded suction, a

flapper check valve on the end of the submerged suction line must be installed.To facilitate priming the pump, install a T-

connection with a small valve between the pump case and check valve. It is advisable to use a discharge valve after the

check valve. All plumbing and accessories must be supported other than by the pump, in order to prevent possible

distortion of the pump case. The use of some hose in the discharge plumbing close to the discharge nozzle of the pump

will absorb any movement of the solid plumbing if vibrations exists.Also a good rule of thumb is that the source solution

tank volume should be three times the flow rate of the pump.

The correct liquid level is very important. A liquid level which is too high could cause motor damage.A liquid level that is too

low, below the wear ring, may cause severe impeller damange, THIS PUMP CANNOT RUN DRY. CHECK THE LIQUID

LEVEL. The correct liquid level is halfway between the bung hole and the centerline of the discharge nozzle.

Under flooded conditions, open all the valves in the suction and discharge lines. Wait a few minutes to let entrapped air

out. Throttle the discharge valve 2/3 closed. Leave suction valves wide open.A closed suction or discharge valve could

cause damage to the impeller and the shaft. Start the pump and open the valve to the desired flow. Under non-flooded

conditions, fill up the pump slowly from the T-connection and valve. See recommended installation. Then throttle the

discharge valve 2/3 closed. Start the pump and continue as flooded conditions.

Always make sure there is enough liquid in the reservoir and that the level is high enough, considering the capacity of the

pump unit. Inadequate liquid will cause a vortex in the reservoir. A vortex occurs when air mixes from the surface into the

fluid, which can disturb the flow and also can prevent the pump from priming.Therefore, a rule of thumb is to maintain a

minimum of 2ft. of suction pipe submergence in order to prevent the formation of vortices.Suction pipe velocities should

not exceed 5ft/sec. In cases where the pump is installed outside the reservoir, do not run against a closed discharge valve

for more than 1 minute. This will cause overheating of the fluid in the pump and will damage the CPVC parts.Tempera-

ture in this case will increase up to 220 degrees. If the pump is being run against a closed discharge valve for a long

duration of time, install a small bleed line back into the reservoir before the discharge valve of the pump. If the line is

small, there is a minimum pressure loss. This prevents overheating by recirculating the fluid.

Recommended Installation

Suction Level

Suction Head

Recommended installation

for optimal performance

and endurance.

In Tank - Solution may pour out of weep hole during

operation Non-flooded conditions. Pumps will not pump

Recommended

Liquid level halfway between discharge and

weep hole

Solution level below impeller. Pumps will not

pump

Check valves installed to maintain level. Not

good to prime pumps

Solution level below impeller with priming tee.

Check valve and throttling valve

Solution level at impeller. No suction head

available

Solution level above impeller. Suction head

available

Discharge

valve

Check valve

T-Connection

with valve for

filling up and

suction line

Flapper Check

Valve

Suction extension

Liquid Level

RESERVOIR

High Liquid Level Low Liquid Level

KEY

1In-Tank Installation

Valve

Check Valve

Flapper Check Valve

Item Description PX-3A PX-5A

1 Motor/Shaft Ass'y

phase - volt - cycle

3 208-230/460 50/60 PX-300-3103A PX-500-3103A

1BS Bearing Set

1EF* External Fan w/Set Screw

1FC* Fan Cover (w/Drip Shield)

2 Motor Screw/Standoff Ass'y

3 V-Seal

7A Pump Housing Ass'y - CPVC

8 Impeller - CPVC PX-300-07AK PX-500-07AK

8V Impeller Sleeve O-Ring - Viton

8E Impeller Sleeve O-Ring - EPR

9V Head O-Ring -Viton

9E Head O-Ring -EPR

10 Head Ass'y w/ Wear Ring - CPVC

10P Wear Ring - PTFE

11V Lip Seal Ass'y

12A Snap Ring - CPVC

13V Impeller Nut O-Ring - Viton

14A Impeller Nut Ass'y - CPVC

15T Shaft Key - Titanium

16A Snap Ring Bolts - CPVC

18A Discharge Plumbing - CPVC

19A Pump Head Ass'y - CPVC

* Specify Motor Manufacturer

** Included in Pump Housing Ass'y

P-300-02

P-300-07AE

PX-300-06AK

P-300-01EF

P-300-01FC

PX-300-05K (4)

P-300-01BS

P-300-07AV

P-300-12A

P-300-08VK

P-300-09AK

P-300-11V (2)

P-300-13V

PX-300-10A

P-300-11E (2)

PX-300-10A2

PX-300-14A

P-300-16A (4)

P-300-15K

PX-300-18A**

Spare Parts List - PX-3A-HF thru PX-5A-HF

Spare Parts List - PX-7 1/2A-HF thru PX-15A-HF

Item Description PX-7 1/2A-HF PX-10A-HF PX-15A-HF

1 Motor/Shaft Ass'y

phase - volt - cycle

3 208-230/460 50/60 PX-712-3103A PX-010-3103A PX-015-3103A

1BS Bearing Set

1EF* External Fan w/Set Screw

1FC* Fan Cover (w/Drip Shield)

2 Motor Screw/Standoff Ass'y

3 V-Seal

7A Pump Housing Ass'y - CPVC

8 Impeller - CPVC PX-712-07AHF PX-010-07A PX-015-07A

8V Impeller Sleeve O-Ring - Viton

8E Impeller Sleeve O-Ring - EPR

9V Head O-Ring -Viton

9E Head O-Ring -EPR

10 Head Ass'y w/ Wear Ring - CPVC

10P Wear Ring - PTFE

11V Lip Seal Ass'y

12A Snap Ring - CPVC

13V Impeller Nut O-Ring - Viton

14A Impeller Nut Ass'y - CPVC

15T Shaft Key - Titanium

16A Snap Ring Bolts - CPVC

18A Discharge Plumbing - CPVC

19A Pump Head Ass'y - CPVC

* Specify Motor Manufacturer

** Included in Pump Housing Ass'y

P-015-16A(6)

PX-015-14A

P-015-12A

P-015-13V

P-015-09A

P-015-08V

P-300-15K

PX-015-18A

PX-015-06A

P-015-07AV

P-015-11V

PX-015-10A

P-015-11E

PX-015-10A2

P-015-05(4)

P-015-01BS

P-015-01EF

P-015-01FC

P-015-02

P-015-07AE

PX-3A and PX-5A

DISASSEMBLY

1. Remove the four (4) snap ring screws. Now the snap ring can be removed using a screwdriver or a pair of pliers.

2. Insert a 2 inch threaded pipe through the center hole at the end of the housing to remove the head. Pull with a rocking motion to remove. Caution

must be used because of the close tolerance between the impeller and wear O-ring. Head O-rings can easily be replaced.

3. Unscrew the fan cover screws and remove the fan cover and drip shield. Place the screwdriver between fan blades and unscrew the impeller nut

using a 3/4 inch open wrench in a counterclockwise rotation. Impeller nut O-ring can be replaced.

4. With the pump in a vertical position, impeller up, place a screwdriver through the discharge port, wedging between the impeller top and the

housing. Carefully lift the impeller and remove. If impeller does not remove easily, proceed to step 5.

5. Remove the four (4) motor bolts located beneath the motor bracket. Motor and housing are now separated. Do not try to remove shaft as this is an

integral piece with the motor rotor. Slinger and lip seal can be replaced. Using a rubber mallet, hit the pump bracket lightly, top side facing motor,

until the impeller and keyway pop loose.

ASSEMBLY

1. With the motor in a vertical position, shaft upwards, place the four motor spacers over the motor bolt holes. Place housing over shaft, lining up

motor bolt holes in the mounting bracket with holes in the motor. Be sure the V-Seal slinger is properly in place. Screw the motor bolts into the

holes beneath the mounting bracket in a diagonal sequence.

Be sure motor screws are tight.

2. Insert the impeller into the housing until it bottoms out. Do not hammer the impeller and sleeve down on the shaft. Line up the keyway and insert

key by lightly tapping it with a hammer. Screw the impeller nut clockwise holding impeller. Be sure impeller nut O-ring is properly in place. After

handtight, turn with wrench 180 degrees.

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

3. Replace the fan cover and drip shield. Insert the fan cover screws and tighten. Be sure fan is not rubbing against fan cover.

4. Place the pump upright resting on the motor. Look down into the housing and, while rotating the impeller, check to see that the impeller is

centered. The impeller must not be touching the side of the housing.

5. Wet head and head O-rings. Be sure head O-rings are properly in place. Insert 2 inch threaded pipe into the head and replace in housing. The

threaded pipe should be tapped with a mallet, pushing the head into the housing until the snap ring groove is exposed. Remove pipe and replace

snap ring. Line up through holes in snap ring with the threaded holes in the head by rotating the snap ring counterclockwise. Insert and tighten the

four (4) snap ring screws.

PX-7 1/2A-HF thru PX-15A-HF

DISASSEMBLY

1. Unscrew and remove discharge piping. Remove the six (6) snap ring screws. Now the snap ring can be removed using a screwdriver or a pair of

pliers.

2. With a rubber mallet, gently hit the back of the suction casing, alternating blows from one side to the other until the suction casing comes off.

Suction casing O-ring can easily be replaced.

3. Unscrew the impeller nut using a 3/4 inch socket wrench in a counterclockwise rotation. Impeller nut O-ring can be replaced.

4. Thread a 3/4-10UNC bolt into the hole in the center of the impeller eye. Holding the impeller, using an appropriate wrench turn the bolt clock-

wise until the impeller slips off the shaft.

ASSEMBLY

1. Unscrew the fan cover screws and remove the fan, fan cover, and drip shield assembly.In order for the motor to stand on end, the fan shaft must be

placed in a hole deep enough for it to sit flat on the end bell. With the motor in a vertical position, shaft upwards, place the four motor spacers

over the motor bolt holes. Place housing over shaft, lining up motor bolt holes in the mounting bracket with holes in the motor. Be sure the slinger

is properly in place. Screw the motor bolts into the holes beneath the mounting bracket in a diagonal sequence.

Be sure motor screws are tight.

2. Using loctite or other type of threadlocker, secure key into keyway on shaft. Insert the impeller into the housing. Rotate to engage key and slide or

lightly tap into place until it bottoms out. Do not hammer the impeller and sleeve down on the shaft. Screw the impeller nut clockwise holding

impeller. Be sure impeller nut O-ring is properly in place.After handtight, turn with wrench 180 degrees.

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

4. Place the pump upright resting on the motor. Look down into the housing and, while rotating the impeller, check to see that the impeller is

centered. The impeller must not be touching the side of the housing.

5. Lubricate support casing and casing O-ring. Be sure casing O-ring is properly in place. Slide suction casing over support casing, lining up timing

marks to assure proper fit. Using a soft mallet, tap suction casing down onto support casing until snap ring groove is exposed. Line up through

holes in snap ring with the threaded holes in the support casing by rotating the snap ring clockwise. Insert and tighten the six (6) snap ring screws.

Maintenance Instructions

Filter Pump Industries

7932 Ajay Drive • Sun Valley, CA91352

Voice: (818) 504-2391 • Fax: (818) 768-7590

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